Bandits have killed 38 residents abducted in Banga village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, after collecting N50 million as ransom. Confirming the incident to Channels Television, the Chairman of Kaura-Namoda LGA, Mannir Haidara Kaura, said 56 persons were initially abducted from the village, and 18 were later […]
Nigeria
Nigerians nurses to commence 7-day warning strike over unmet demands.
Nurses, under the aegis of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives, NANNM, are set to embark on a seven-day warning strike, from Tuesday, July 29, 2025. NANNM said the decision follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum issued to the Federal Government over demands related to the review […]
FRSC lacks power to seize drivers’ licences, vehicles – Appeal Court
The Court of Appeal sitting in Owerri, Imo State, has ruled that the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, lacks the legal authority to seize drivers’ licences, vehicles, or related documents without lawful justification. This decision came in Appeal No: CA/OW/199/2022, filed by the FRSC, the Corps Marshal, and an officer […]
On Sports, Super Eagles to Face South Africa in Crucial World Cup Qualifier.
On Sports, Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on September 9. The match will take place at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein and is scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. Nigerian time. The game is part of Matchday […]
FCTA sets up committee to vet sales of govt houses
The Federal Capital Territory Administration has set up committees to review the sale of government houses and park land titles in Abuja. FCT Land Director, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, announced the move, saying it follows discoveries of serious irregularities in property sales. The initiative was approved by Minister Nyesom Wike to restore […]
EU reaffirms support for peacebuilding in Nigeria
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to peacebuilding and inclusion in Nigeria. Speaking at the close of a 30-month project in Jos, EU Ambassador Reuben Alba praised the I-RENEW initiative for promoting religious freedom and empowering marginalised groups in Plateau and Kaduna States. The project, led by Search […]
National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Nabs Chinese Man, and 80-Year-Old Woman in Separate Drug Bust Operations.
In a nationwide crackdown, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested a Chinese man and an 80-year-old woman for drug trafficking. Liang Tak You was caught at Lagos Airport with drugs hidden in food packaging, while Grace Ekpeme was busted in Calabar with over 3kg of skunk. Across […]
Vice President Shettima Heads to Ethiopia for the United Nations Food Systems Summit.
Vice President Kashim Shettima departed Abuja for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to represent Nigeria at the United Nations Food Systems Summit from yesterday July 27 to Tuesday, 29. In a post on his official X handle, Shettima said the summit aims to strengthen global food security and transform food systems. He […]
Anambra State Government Debunks Viral Reports of Herdsmen Attack.
The Anambra State Government is cracking down on fake news, denying recent claims that Fulani herdsmen attacked a community in Umuchu. Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, said on Sunday that investigations found no evidence of any such incident. He warned against the circulation of false audio and video messages […]
Emmanuel Ikazoboh Takes Over as Chairman of Dangote Cement
Dangote Cement Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Emmanuel Ikazoboh as its new Chairman, following Aliko Dangote’s decision to step down.The company made the announcement in a statement signed by Group Chief Branding & Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina.Ikazoboh, an independent non-executive director, takes over as Hajiya Mariya Aliko Dangote […]